Augusta
Morning News
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Augusta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FreshTake Grocery announced it will launch a new fall festival in Augusta during its first year — the event gives local residents a seasonal celebration to look forward to. The Augusta Press
- ➤ Former students from John Pierce Blanchard High School in Columbia County keep the school's legacy alive by holding reunions and funding scholarships. Alumni honor key figures — such as Principal Charles Lazeby — and remember the school as the only Black high school in the area before it closed over 50 years ago. WRDW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Augusta sees new construction beginning on Broad Street as crews start projects to revitalize the area - local businesses and residents should expect minor traffic changes. Augusta CEO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A voice cloning scam uses AI to mimic a loved one's voice and trick people into sending urgent funds—authorities warn that victims may lose thousands of dollars and advise families to set a unique code word to verify calls. WRDW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Augusta’s Irish American Heritage Society has been named a finalist for the Anthem Awards Community Voice Award for its Heritage in Motion initiative—an effort engaging local schools, churches and civic groups in celebrating Irish American heritage. Supporters can vote from Oct 14-30 and winners will be announced on Nov. 18. Augusta Good News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four students from John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School earned recognition in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program on Tuesday, October 14th; one student was named a semifinalist who will advance in the competition while three received commendation for top PSAT scores – a nod to their academic strength. Augusta CEO
- ➤ Students and parents met Tuesday at the Columbia County Board of Education meeting to voice their concerns—supporters rallied for arrested teacher Jerry Meitin while others urged for stronger anti-bullying measures, noting that he remains on administrative leave after his terroristic threat arrest. WRDW
- ➤ Rocky Creek Charter Academy opened its doors on Tuesday at 2417 Jennings Road in Augusta—students attended class during the "Ring the Bell" ceremony. The tuition-free public school, an expansion of the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics, serves kindergarten through sixth grade and will add one grade each year. WRDW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Augusta and North Augusta have unveiled a new 2035 Plan — the blueprint aims to turn the riverfront area into a green, lived-in community. City leaders say the plan will guide future projects and boost local development. The Augusta Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On October 14th, senior Lauren Nelson led Augusta University’s volleyball team to a straight-sets win over Georgia College on Greek Night at Christenberry Fieldhouse—AU won with scores of 25 to 18, 25 to 17, and 25 to 21. The win raised AU’s record to 16 to 3 overall and 6 to 0 in the Peach Belt Conference, and the teams will play again on October 17th at 7 p.m. The Bell Ringer
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Cinderella - A Ballet Production
7-8:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical ballet adaptation of the beloved fairy tale with stunning choreography and a cast of international dancers.
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18th Annual Black Cat Carnival
8 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. — Le Chat Noir — Tickets required — Enjoy free entertainment, games, and a unique Halloween experience at Augusta's premier block party.
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How Magic Meets Broadway
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Miller Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a dazzling night where magic and Broadway collide with world champions of magic.
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Zero Zero Boo 2025
October 30 - November 2 — Dink'd Pickleball — Registration required — Compete in a festive pickleball tournament in Augusta, GA.
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Gracewood’s Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat
5-8 p.m. — Gracewood Manor — Free admission — Experience autumn festivities with trunk or treating and seasonal fun.
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2025 Augusta Halloween Bar Crawl
4-10 p.m. — Tank N Taps Sports Bar & Grill — Tickets available — Celebrate Halloween with a spooky bar crawl featuring themed drinks and vibrant nightlife.
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Candlelight Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Sacred Heart Cultural Center — Tickets Required — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelight setting.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet - Swan Lake
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Miller Theater — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a stunning performance of Swan Lake by the Grand Kyiv Ballet.
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Home Free's Jukebox Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of fan-selected songs with the harmony and humor of Home Free.
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The Mighty Ducks Screening
2-5 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Experience a classic film and create new memories in a historic Augusta movie palace.
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